Company Description

We are Olsson, a team-based, purpose-driven engineering and design firm. Our solutions improve communities and our people make it possible.

Our most meaningful asset is our people, and we are dedicated to providing an environment where they can continue to learn, grow, and thrive. Our entrepreneurial spirit is what has allowed us — and will continue to allow us — to grow. The result? Inspired people, amazing designs, and projects with purpose.

Job Description

As an Assistant Engineer on the Rail Water Resources team, you will provide various engineering duties related to hydrologic/hydraulic analysis for Class I Railroad projects.  You will assist with developing the basic plan production, prepare technical reports, review CAD drawings, and obtain local, state, and federal permits for water resources related projects. This role contributes to generating ideas and creating designs that provide purposeful, high-quality solutions to successfully solve engineering and design needs. 

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

Assists with project design elements for engineering projects utilizing familiarity with standard techniques and established methods.Performs entry-level plan production and receives clearly defined instructions for necessary tasks.Gains knowledge and experience working within design and modeling software.Receives guidance from senior level staff to assist with project schedules and technical engineering calculations.Contributes to limited portions of a broader project while under direct supervision.Gathers and prepares research to assist with the assembly of technical reports.May provide mentoring to student interns by answering questions and offering guidance with routine assignments.May travel and work in all types of terrain and weather conditions at project sites in various stages of construction.

Qualifications

You are passionate about:

Working collaboratively with othersHaving ownership in the work you doUsing your talents to positively affect communities

You bring to the team:

Strong Communication SkillsAbility to contribute and work well on a teamBachelor’s degree in engineering.Must possess or obtain Engineer Intern certificate (EI). Adept in verbal and written communication.Has solid interpersonal, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.Has the ability to diligently research applicable requirements and regulations.Has advanced mathematical and analytical abilities.Has working knowledge (or the ability to become proficient) in applicable technologies.Understands their role in quality management.Develops an understanding of how the firm operates as a consulting business and how this role contributes to the success of the organization.Has a valid driver’s license and a good driving history.Has a willingness to work a flexible schedule.

Additional Information

Olsson is a nationally recognized, employee-owned firm specializing in planning and design, engineering, field services, environmental, and technology. Founded in 1956 on the very mindset that drives us today, we’re here to improve communities by making them more sustainable, better connected, and more efficient. Simply put, we work to leave the world better than we found it.

Olsson offers a comprehensive internship program designed to provide valuable learning experiences for our interns. As a student intern, you’ll also receive: 

Paid holidays and volunteer time offMentorship from our experienced staffOpportunities to develop your technical and soft skills through hands-on experience

Olsson is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.

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